This announcement is for six (6) Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC) Biologist GS-0401-11/12 positions located in Region 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, and 9 Assistant Regional Director-Ecological Services (ARD-ES) offices (one per Region), with multiple available duty locations: Regions 1, 3, 5, 6, 8 - See "additional information" section Region 9 - Falls Church, Virginia

Duties

These positions are part of the Ecological Services program in various Regions and Headquarters. They will provide expertise and support to field and regional operations on IPaC and EPM, in order to improve utilization of IPaC, EPM, ECOSphere, and further section 7 streamlining efforts under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. Duties will include, but not be limited to, drafting determination keys, developing effects pathways, analyzing data, briefings, delivering training for IPaC and ECOSphere users, conducting programmatic consultations, and participating in end of year performance reporting under the Government Reporting and Results Act of 1993. Additionally, the positions will provide support and guidance to the Region's Ecological Services Program regarding compliance with the Service's data management standards. These positions will work closely with the Headquarters IPaC Business Team and help to provide feedback to the IPaC Technical team from a field and regional perspective that can be used to continually help improve the IPaC and EPM applications.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Resume (See "Required Documents"). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.
• Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.
• Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
• Driver’s License: Selectees may be required to possess and maintain a valid State driver's license at all times during their tenure.
• Probationary Period: Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.

Qualifications

Only experience and education obtained by 03/19/2024 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification. Basic Requirement: Successfully completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Possess a combination of education and experience--courses equivalent to a major, as shown in "A" above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. To combine education and experience, first take the number of semester hours (or equivalent) earned towards your degree and divide by 120 semester hours (or equivalent). To determine the percentage of qualifying experience, divide the total number of months of acceptable specialized experience by 12 months. Add your percentages of education and experience together. The two percentages must total at least 100%. Minimum Qualification [GS-11] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-09 in the Federal service. Experience may include: (1) assisting with or providing scientific, planning, or technical expertise on federally listed threatened or endangered species, migratory birds, wetlands, habitats, or other important fish and wildlife resources; (2) working with a variety of natural resource professionals engaged in a range of projects and studies related to the conservation of ecosystems and species to ensure the achievement of project objectives; (3) assisting with the planning and coordination of project management and review activities among groups of diverse stakeholders (e.g., state agencies, commissions, tribal, other Federal agencies, development districts, NGOs, etc.) to maximize benefits for fish and wildlife resources; (4) assisting with the development of briefing materials, position papers, technical analyses, or biological assessments on natural resource conservation and management programs, policies, or activities; and (5) assisting with the Endangered Species Act project reviews under section 7, as well as other laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act, the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act for the protection and conservation of endangered, threatened, or sensitive species and their habitats. OR Possess 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in the biological sciences, natural resource management, or a closely related field which provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position. OR A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement Minimum Qualification [GS-12]: Possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Experience must include: (1) applying the Endangered Species Act, specifically conducting section 7 consultation, as well as implementing other laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act, the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act for the protection and conservation of endangered, threatened, or sensitive species and their habitats; (2) providing scientific, planning, or technical expertise on federally listed threatened or endangered species, migratory birds, wetlands, habitats, or other important fish and wildlife resources; and (3) planning and coordinating project management and review activities among groups of diverse stakeholders (e.g., state agencies, commissions, tribal, other Federal agencies, development districts, NGOs, etc.) to maximize benefits for fish and wildlife resources. Experience may also include: 4) leading or supervising the work of natural resource professionals engaged in a range of projects and studies related to the conservation of ecosystems and species to ensure the achievement of project objectives; and 5) leading the preparation of briefing materials, position papers, technical analyses, or biological assessments on natural resource conservation and management programs, policies, or activities. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

PROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.

PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov)

Contacts

• Address Division of Human Resources Division of Human Resources Eastside Federal Complex 911 NE Eleventh Avenue Portland, OR 97232 US
• Name: Human Resources Staffing Division
• Email: [email protected]